GB4 Forehead Limit

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GB4 (HánYán, “Forehead Limit”) is an acupuncture point on the Gallbladder Channel Meridian. It is located on the lateral aspect of the head, 0.5 cun within the anterior hairline, at the junction of the upper 1/4 and lower 3/4 of the distance between ST8 and GB7. It dispels wind, alleviates pain, benefits the head.

Location

On the lateral aspect of the head, 0.5 cun within the anterior hairline, at the junction of the upper 1/4 and lower 3/4 of the distance between ST8 and GB7.

Needling

Subcutaneous insertion 0.3-0.5 cun.

TCM functions

Dispels wind, alleviates pain, benefits the head.

Indications

Headache, dizziness, facial swelling, toothache.

Clinical notes

GB4 is a significant point for dispelling wind and alleviating pain in the head, particularly effective for unilateral headaches, migraines, and pain in the temporal region. It also benefits the head by clearing heat and calming the spirit, making it useful for dizziness, vertigo, and insomnia when associated with Liver Yang rising or wind-heat. Its location on the forehead makes it a direct access point for frontal and temporal head discomfort.

On the Gallbladder Channel channel

GB4 is one of 44 points on the Gallbladder Channel Meridian. Nearby points:

Frequently asked questions

Where is GB4 located?

GB4 (HánYán) is located on the lateral aspect of the head, 0.5 cun within the anterior hairline, at the junction of the upper 1/4 and lower 3/4 of the distance between ST8 and GB7.

What is GB4 used for?

GB4 dispels wind, alleviates pain, benefits the head. Common clinical indications include headache, dizziness, facial swelling, toothache.

How is GB4 needled?

Subcutaneous insertion 0.3-0.5 cun.

Which meridian is GB4 on?

GB4 is a point on the Gallbladder Channel Meridian (Zú Shàoyáng Dǎnjīng).

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